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00:00Let's ride together!
00:08Taxi!
00:14Heavy traffic and difficult to ride are the demands of many commuters
00:19during holiday season and even on ordinary days.
00:23A group of people are asking to extend the operating hours of MRT and LRT
00:27until midnight.
00:29What does the Transportation Department have to say about this?
00:32Let's hear it from Marisol Abdurama.
00:38For many commuters, the struggle is real every day.
00:43It's even more difficult when the night falls on the road,
00:46especially during this holiday rush.
00:48We asked our fellow commuters online,
00:50what do you discard for late night or night commute?
00:54One person said, he's just under time or over time at work.
00:58Another said, he leaves home early and just rests at the office before going to work.
01:04A netizen said, the last class of his son finishes at 9pm.
01:08That's why he forces his classmates to go with him on the last trip to LRT 2.
01:12If they don't make it, they book a ride-hailing app and split the fare to go home.
01:18Another netizen said, it's difficult to go out and go home at night because it's dangerous.
01:23That's what a group wants to solve.
01:26They want to extend the operation of MRT and LRT.
01:30They are looking for a permit to extend the operation of trains until midnight.
01:37As of now, the last regular trip of LRT and MRT is from 9.30pm to 10.15pm.
01:42That's why it's a big deal for commuters,
01:45especially those who work at night if the operating hours are extended.
01:50All commuters should have safe and reliable public transportation,
01:56especially our BPO workers, night shifters, and students who go home late.
02:03JB is one of those who often stays up late at work.
02:06He runs to catch the last train of MRT.
02:09The queue is long when it's rush hour.
02:12Because MRT is fast, it's only 10-15 minutes.
02:17It's never an option to take a taxi because it's too expensive.
02:20That's why if you don't reach the MRT, the bus or carousel is the next target.
02:24However, the journey is longer.
02:27MRT is faster than the carousel.
02:29You can even stand on the MRT.
02:31The carousel is faster than the bus.
02:34DOTR Secretary Jaime Bautista said, it's welcome for the group
02:38to extend the operation of MRT and LRT this holiday season.
02:42But it's better to extend it until midnight and make it permanent.
02:47Some netizens want 24-hour trains.
02:51Metro Manila's business is almost 24-7.
02:55A netizen said, it's a big help for those who have night shifts
02:59even if only a few newcomers travel at night until early morning.
03:03According to DOTR, if the operating hours of MRT and LRT are extended permanently,
03:09their maintenance teams may be put on alert
03:13to perform checks and repairs.
03:16These are important to guarantee the safety of passengers
03:21and the reliability and efficiency of train services.
03:24According to MRT, their priority is to ensure the safety of passengers.
03:29Maintenance of MRT should not be sacrificed
03:33because it will affect the safety of passengers.
03:37There is no end to the operation of LRT up to this point.
03:40For GMA Integrated News, I am Marisol Abdurrahman, your witness.
03:48It was announced how much Manila Water and Manila Singil will add
03:52in 2025.
03:54It is expected that Manila Water and Manila Singil will add P7.32 per cubic meter.
03:59It means that Residential Consumers will add P20.08 per month
04:05that consumes 10 cubic meters less.
04:08Meanwhile, P5.95 per cubic meter will be added in Manila Water and Manila Singil.
04:14It is equivalent to P24.68 for Residential Consumers
04:18that consumes 10 cubic meters per month.
04:21The MWSS Regulatory Office promised that there will be no water crisis next year
04:27and that water interruption will be limited.
04:31Manila Water and Manila Singil will be effective from January 1, 2025 until March.
04:35MWSS or MWSSRO will have a change in the next months.
04:43Lifeline Consumers like the members of 4Peace will have a higher discount.
04:48In the Enhanced Lifeline Program,
04:50they will have a minimum of 10 cubic meters per month,
04:54but they should register.
04:57The government plans to use drones to monitor the West Philippine Sea.
05:01According to the spokesperson of the PNP,
05:03and the President's request to the highest security officials of the country,
05:07the tensions should not be escalated and escalated.
05:12Watch June Veneration.
05:18Despite China's repeated harassment of Philippine ships
05:23within our Exclusive Economic Zone, OEEZ,
05:26President Bongbong Marcos agreed to a joint National Peace and Order Council meeting in Camp Krame.
05:32Our President said that we should refrain from provocative stunts in the West Philippine Sea
05:38so as not to escalate the tensions in the West Philippine Sea.
05:42The government also plans to buy unmanned aerial vehicles that will be used in the West Philippine Sea.
05:47We will use drones because gasoline is very expensive.
05:54We will use our water assets to monitor the situation.
05:57Even if the capabilities are limited,
05:59the Armed Forces of the Philippines will continue patrolling.
06:02In terms of our deployment in the West Philippine Sea,
06:05it's a constant that the Philippine Navy is there 24-7.
06:10We are patrolling our waters, asserting our sovereignty.
06:15Once again, America has followed China's aggressive moves,
06:20not only in the West Philippine Sea,
06:22but also in other parts of the ocean that are also under China's control.
06:26We're clear-eyed about the challenges to peace and stability in this region and worldwide.
06:31That includes coercive behavior by the People's Republic of China in the East China Sea
06:37and the South China Sea and elsewhere in the region.
06:40But in the 13th Manila Forum for Philippine-China Relations,
06:44Chinese Ambassador Wang Zilian said that China is peaceful and will not be robbed.
06:49Since the founding of the People's Republic of China,
06:53we have never provoked a war, started a proxy war, or occupied one inch of others' land.
07:02No other country has the right to threaten their security.
07:07When we are baselessly accused of being a security threat by former colonists and aggressors,
07:15we can stand the test of history and be soberly aware of the reasons behind it.
07:23The Chinese Ambassador did not mention who he is targeting,
07:27but he is familiar with the former occupation of Spain, America, and Japan.
07:33Countries are calling for China to follow the rule of law.
07:37Wang also invited Filipinos who visit their country to better understand it.
07:44China and the Philippines have maritime differences,
07:47but China has always insisted on managing and addressing the differences through dialogue and consultation.
07:57The AFP and TCG have not yet announced what the Chinese Ambassador said.
08:02For GMA Integrated News, I am Dune Veneracion, your witness.
08:09Vice President Sara Duterte did not confront the NBI investigation, according to the Justice Department.
08:18Witness, Salimere Fran.
08:20The Department of Justice is ashamed because Vice President Sara Duterte chose
08:27to not give a statement on the ongoing investigation of the NBI.
08:32For Justice Undersecretary Jesse Andres, the Vice President wasted this opportunity.
08:38It is unfortunate, I should say, that the Vice President did not avail of that opportunity to present her side
08:44because due process is being afforded her.
08:47I do not understand why she does not want to be part of the process,
08:51which could possibly exculpate her or get her out of criminal liability.
08:57Vice President Sara did not give a statement even though the NBI told her
09:01that she will not be able to get a fair investigation.
09:05Vice President Duterte is being investigated for grave threat and possible violation of anti-terror law.
09:12According to Vice President Duterte yesterday, she did not regret that she said that she talked to the President,
09:19the First Lady and the House Speaker, even though someone killed her.
09:23Ma'am, do you regret saying or making such threat to the President and the First Lady and the House Speaker?
09:31No ma'am. It's good that they know that if I die, I will not die in vain.
09:39This statement came to the DOJ.
09:42What we heard from her statement is that she did not regret her words.
09:51As for us, what we understand is that she seems to be serious about the words she left behind and she did not take it back.
10:00For now, their investigation of the evidence against Vice President Duterte continues.
10:05We will file additional witnesses to establish the crimes that are included in the NBI's subpoena.
10:14We are urging the Vice President and all the citizens that the Department of Justice will be fair and just
10:25in their evaluation if they need to file a case or not.
10:30Yesterday, Vice President Duterte also said that she is looking at the possibility of obtaining private security
10:36if the members of the Vice Presidential Security and Protection Group or VPSG will be replaced.
10:42The AFP said that they will still uphold their duties.
10:47The AFP will provide security accordingly.
10:50We will make sure, sir, that the security of the Vice President will not be compromised.
10:55The PNP will respect the decision of VP Duterte in favor of his security.
11:00That's sad to hear that we were not trusted.
11:04But we want to assure our Vice President that we will make sure that the security forces will spend their lives
11:11to protect their principles.
11:13For GMA Integrated News, I'm Sanima Refran, your Sexy.
11:19Kapusol, it's only been 13 days and it's already Christmas.
11:22And the home sweet home in Pulilan, Bulacan was made into a Christmas sparkling home by its owner.
11:29And the live witness is Jamie Santos.
11:32Jamie, are you already looking? Wow!
11:38Fia, you can see behind me how beautiful this Christmas house here in Pulilan, Bulacan is.
11:45A family opened their house to the public so that the public can enjoy their Christmas decors.
11:58This house in the length of Barangay Lumbak in Pulilan, Bulacan caught the eye.
12:03It is full of colorful and sparkling lights.
12:08From the balcony to the walkway, there are Christmas decors.
12:13Snowman is a favorite of children and families who visit the Pulilan Christmas House.
12:19Another fave spot is the Santa figure with its sleigh and reindeers.
12:24There is also a toy soldier and a Christmas tree with a 40 feet high.
12:29It was less than 10 days old because of the typhoon Kristina.
12:35According to the owner of the house, everything started because of a Christmas light.
12:42I started by picking up a junk shop.
12:45I was able to pick up a Christmas light.
12:48So, it was white. It was already broken.
12:52So, I said, can I ask for this?
12:55They gave it to me.
12:57Then, I will teach you which one it is.
12:59All the white ones are on top.
13:01He is fond of LED lights.
13:03He studied these.
13:05Gradually, they designed the house of the Christmas lights.
13:09Until, he noticed the people passing by their place.
13:13I opened the gate since 2015.
13:18I was looking at the balcony.
13:21It's like you are preparing.
13:24So, I said, do you want a gate?
13:26So, they can park.
13:29That's what they want.
13:31To take pictures.
13:33You should not do that.
13:36The smiles of the people who entered their house
13:39were also happy for their family.
13:42When they are happy, it's good.
13:45Of course, it makes us happy.
13:47We watched them happily tonight.
13:50It's good.
13:51It's good for the children.
13:53How about you?
13:54Did you feel the Christmas?
13:56Yes.
13:57We were not tired.
13:59We were not stressed because the lights were beautiful.
14:02My son enjoyed it.
14:03Snowman is my son's favorite.
14:05It's fun.
14:06Santa Claus.
14:09The lights are fun.
14:12Even the children are happy.
14:20At 5.30 p.m.
14:22The lights of Pulilan Christmas House will start to light up.
14:26That's a good sign for the residents
14:28that they can walk and take pictures.
14:31It lasts until 10 p.m.
14:34And live from Pulilan, Bulacan,
14:36for GMA Integrated News,
14:38I am Jaime Santos, your witness.
14:42An official of PNP and a former chief of PDEA
14:45was contempted by the House Quad Committee
14:47that issued an arrest order in the hospital
14:50for Police Colonel Hector Grijaldo,
14:52the former chief of the Mandaluyong Police.
14:54He admitted that he did not follow the committee's instructions.
14:59Grijaldo was also among those being investigated
15:02for the murder of the former PCSO Board Secretary,
15:05Wesley Barayuga.
15:07Wilkins Villanueva, the former Director General of PDEA,
15:10was also contempted by the committee.
15:13This is because they repeatedly lied
15:16and denied that he was involved
15:18in the warrantless arrest of Jed Seath,
15:22the husband of the drug suspect, Alan Seath,
15:25two decades ago.
15:27According to the Quad Committee,
15:28on January 13, the contempt and detention order
15:31against Villanueva will be effective
15:34as a sign of the Christmas spirit.
15:38Those living in the 6-kilometer danger zone
15:41of the Canlaon Volcano are still being evacuated,
15:43even though there are fewer smogs in the volcano.
15:47And of the more than 80,000 target evacuees,
15:49less than half have been evacuated.
15:52This is Aileen Pedrezo of GMA Regional TV.
15:58A thin layer of volcanic smog was seen this morning
16:01when aerial surveys were conducted
16:03around the volcano by some officials
16:05of the Office of Civil Defense at PHIVOCS.
16:08According to OCD Region 6,
16:10even though there is less smoke,
16:12the sulfur dioxide still smells
16:14as it enters their helicopter.
16:18According to the task force of Canlaon,
16:20all ash emissions and eruptive activity
16:22of the volcano are only in the summit crater.
16:24Around the volcano,
16:26there is still a problem for those who are left behind.
16:28Like the resort in La Carlota City, Negros Occidental,
16:31where the swimming pool is full of ash.
16:33Even the animals are affected.
16:50That is why the GMA Kapusu Foundation
16:52has sent help to the residents
16:54in Barangay Araal, La Carlota City.
16:56We are very thankful to you for helping us.
16:58We are very thankful to the GMA Kapusu Foundation.
17:04We are very thankful to the Foodparks,
17:07to our neighbors, to others.
17:10Thank you very much to GMA Kapusu.
17:12I am very thankful to the people
17:14who have helped us in Barangay Araal.
17:17According to the latest OCD report,
17:19almost 10,000 families, or 9,942,
17:23have evacuated following the eruption of the volcano.
17:26But that is less than half of their target evacuees
17:29from the 6-kilometer danger zone.
17:31According to the OCD,
17:32they are still trying to evacuate people
17:34despite the smaller amount of smog from the volcano.
17:38What we are worried about is what will happen.
17:42According to the indicators,
17:45it will erupt again
17:48and it will probably erupt even stronger.
17:51According to the Regional Disaster Risk Reduction
17:53and Management Council 6,
17:55the alert level of the volcano can be raised
17:57based on the monitoring of PHEVOCS.
17:59There's really a chance
18:01that it will elevate to alert level 4.
18:03That's why to avoid double handling,
18:05we are already planning for level 4.
18:07In a resolution,
18:09the Negros Occidental Provincial DRRMC
18:12recommended that the state of calamity
18:14should be lowered.
18:16It is expected to discuss this
18:18in the next edition of Panlalawigan Bukas.
18:21For GEME Integrated News,
18:23I'm Aileen Pedrezo of GEME Regional TV,
18:25your witness.
18:28Marikina Mayor Marci Fiodoro
18:30appealed the decision of the Kamalek 1st Division
18:32to cancel her Certificate of Candidacy
18:35in the first district of Marikina.
18:38The Supreme Court has yet to reach
18:40a verdict on the issue.
18:42Witness, Joseph Moro.
18:45The Kamalek 1st Division
18:47canceled the Certificate of Candidacy
18:49of Marikina Mayor Marci Fiodoro
18:51to run as a congresswoman
18:53in the first district of Marikina.
18:55The reason is that there is material misrepresentation
18:57or wrong information from Fiodoro
18:59to her COC about her residency
19:01or where she lives.
19:03Mayor Marci came from the first district.
19:06If I'm not mistaken,
19:08in April, she moved to the second district.
19:10After that, if I'm not mistaken,
19:13in August, she moved to the first district.
19:16The assessment,
19:18according to the 1st Division,
19:21is that she will be gone for one year
19:23before the next election of May.
19:25According to our law,
19:27you need to have a residence.
19:29They used the word residence
19:31of one year
19:33in the same place
19:35where you will run.
19:37One year.
19:39One year before or immediately preceding the day
19:41of the election.
19:43According to Fiodoro's COC,
19:45she was placed as a barangay resident
19:47in the first district of Marikina
19:49based on the transfer of registration
19:51approved by the Election Registration Board
19:53of Comelec in October this year.
19:55But this was opposed by two petitioners,
19:57Senator Coco Pimentel,
19:59who is the main opponent
20:01in the first district.
20:03Fiodoro moved to the second district
20:05because she planned to run there
20:07as part of her alliance with Pimentel.
20:09But suddenly,
20:11Fiodoro's decision changed
20:13and she will only run in District 1.
20:15That's why in September 2024,
20:17she moved to the first district
20:19approved by the local Comelec.
20:21But it was not approved by the Comelec 1st Division.
20:23It became an issue
20:25if I was transferred
20:27and if I completed the residence requirement.
20:29If it was not established
20:31where she is a resident.
20:33According to Fiodoro,
20:35she presented strong evidence
20:37that her residence is in District 1.
20:39She said that when she met the mayor,
20:41she used the same address.
20:43She thinks that the Comelec 1st Division
20:45made a mistake.
20:47That's why she will appeal the decision.
20:49Pimentel said that no one can blame
20:51Fiodoro but herself.
20:53When you're running for a high office
20:55like member of Congress,
20:57you do not treat the requirements
20:59lightly.
21:01You have to be a resident in the district
21:03and you have to go to different districts.
21:05There is a price to be paid there.
21:07So this is it.
21:09According to the Comelec,
21:11this is only in the 1st Division
21:13and Fiodoro has five days to get a decision
21:15to appeal to the Comelec and Bank.
21:17The issue is possible to reach the Supreme Court.
21:19The filing of COC is over.
21:21The period of registration is also over.
21:23And that includes the transfer registration.
21:25That's why there is no transfer.
21:29Comelec Chairman George Garcia
21:31was inhibited in the case
21:33when Fiodoro and Pimentel became clients
21:35when he was still an election lawyer.
21:37For GMA Integrated News,
21:39Joseph Morong is your witness.
21:41If you're looking for
21:43Christmas shopping for a cause,
21:45you can still reach
21:47Noel Bazaar in Muntinlupa.
21:49Oscar Oida is your witness.
21:55Are you the kind of people who are
21:57caring and giving?
21:59Are you ready for Noel Bazaar?
22:01Noel Bazaar just formally started
22:03earlier in Philindes Tent
22:05in Muntinlupa, Alabang.
22:09The ribbon cutting was done earlier
22:11with Noel Bazaar,
22:13founder and president and CEO
22:15of Cut Unlimited Incorporated
22:17Ms. Mayos Gozon Bautista.
22:21We have from home essentials
22:23to different
22:25gifts
22:27to bags,
22:29shoes,
22:35and there's also a lot of different
22:37toys and food, of course.
22:59We have a foundation
23:01where you can buy
23:03school supplies
23:05for our less fortunate students.
23:07For P250,
23:09there are
23:11notebooks with a notepad,
23:13jumbo pencils,
23:15eraser, and more.
23:17This will be given
23:19to students
23:21who will receive
23:23bags for their first
23:25class the day after tomorrow,
23:27for P25.
23:29This is for those who are affected by calamities.
23:31Those who are with us are
23:33Bicol, Catanduanes,
23:35Aurora.
23:37That's what our
23:39beloved and Noel Bazaar
23:41ambassador,
23:43Shuvie Etrata, said earlier.
23:45I feel grateful actually to be given
23:47a chance to help
23:49people, especially now that it's Christmas,
23:51it's the season of love, season of giving.
23:53I'm inviting everyone to
23:55also share, right?
23:57Give love.
24:07The American singer and actress
24:09Selena Gomez is happily engaged
24:11with her partner, Benny Blanco.
24:13In an Instagram post,
24:15Selena flexed her diamond ring
24:17with a caption,
24:19Forever Begins Now.
24:21Her future husband also commented
24:23and showed support
24:25to some of her friends,
24:27like Taylor Swift, who
24:29said that she will be a flower girl.
24:31Jennifer Aniston,
24:33Lily Collins,
24:35Cardi B, and others also commented.
24:43This week is the grand finale
24:45of The Voice Kids.
24:47The finalists,
24:49Winset, Nevin,
24:51Mac Mac, and Hebron.
24:53They are also here to prepare
24:55for the final showdown
24:57with their coaches,
24:59Billy, Pablo, Stell, and Julianne.
25:01Their efforts
25:03in their mentoring session
25:05is not a joke.
25:07The finalists are very thankful
25:09because they feel the love
25:11and guidance
25:13of their coaches.
25:17Thank you so much for watching.
25:19I'm PR Kanghel.
25:21For a bigger mission
25:23and to serve the country.
25:25From GMA Integrated News,
25:27the news authority of the Philippines.
25:29Until tomorrow, let's be together.
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